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Jeeno Thitikul Wins Record M At CME Group Championship

Ruoning Yin tees off on the eighth hole during the final round of the LPGA CME Group Tour Championship golf tournament Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024, in Naples, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris Tilley)

Jeeno Thitikul made history by claiming the largest prize in women's golf, winning the CME Group Tour Championship and the record-setting $4 million first-place check. Thitikul's eagle-birdie finish on the final two holes secured her victory, finishing at 22 under for the week, one shot ahead of Angel Yin.

Yin, who had a two-shot lead heading into the 17th hole, settled for the $1 million runner-up prize. Despite missing the start of the season due to a leg injury, Yin expressed pride in her performance and personal growth throughout the tournament.

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